AI-generated Artwork With AI-generated art booming, the Indian Copyright Office is perplexed. Artificial intelligence may produce art independently without the creative input of humans. Following the Indian Copyright Act, these works are considered “computer-generated works.” In 1995, computer-generated works were included in the category of works, most likely when AI was not producing art. The […]
Can AI powered tools detect and prevent intellectual property infringement in India?
Since its birth at Dartmouth College in 1956, artificial intelligence (AI) has advanced significantly, evolving from a simple tool to a collaborative force reshaping industries and professions. This article focuses on AI’s transformational impact in modifying the Intellectual Property (IP) practice and its administration. AI is changing the landscape of creations and discoveries. Also igniting […]
Apprehended Drawbacks of Draft Patents (Amendment) Rules 2023
The year 2023 has been a significant year for patents in India. We have witnessed significant growth in the patent filing. As per a report prepared by NASSCOM, the fiscal year 2022 recorded the highest annual increase during the last decade, by 13.6%. There is a rise in domestic filing by 4.44% of the total […]
Artificial Intelligence vs. Copyright Law: What’s The Future?
It’s exciting to see how quickly artificial intelligence is changing the working scenario in the creative industry. With AI-powered tools for video editing, graphic design, and even music production, the possibilities for innovation are endless. As AI becomes more sophisticated, we expect more seamless integration with creative workflows, resulting in faster and more efficient projects. […]
Government Proposes Amendments In Indian Patents Rules – Highlights
The Draft Patents (Amendment), Rules, 2023 (Draft Rules), which are the body in charge of enforcing Indian IP rules, were released on August 22, 2023 by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry. The DPIIT has requested feedback from the stakeholders on the Draught Rules, which aim […]
Delhi High Court Recognises Registered Trademark “GM” In The Electrical Industry
The GM Modular Pvt Ltd. petitioned to cancel the trademark “GMT”. It is registered under class 9 in the name of Mr. Gopal Shinghal. The Issue The petitioner claimed its commercial activities include producing and trading switches, appliances, and other linked and connected products. According to the petitioner, the mark “GM” in word and label […]
Is IP Financing Rules In India Going Boost Funding and Benefit Startups and MSMEs
With the increasing awareness of intellectual property among the MSMEs, startups and businesses in India, the proper valuation framework for intellectual property is required. This is necessary to facilitate IP financing, making space for newer and progressive financial instruments. The Department of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is eyeing to devise a system […]
Madras High Court Allowed The Appellate Order Filed By Gold Medal Pipe By Sending It To Trademark Registrar For a Merit-Based Decision
Gold Medal Pipe filed an appeal before the Madras High Court against the order passed on 09th August 2019; regarding the appellate’s trademark registration in class 19 concerning the non-metallic building materials, non-metallic rigid pipes for buildings and similar products. The appellant’s opposition was assumed to be abandoned by the impugned order, even though the […]
The Trend Of Patent Registration in Booming Health-Tech Industry: Post-Covid 19 Era
According to information from the 2021–22 IP India Annual Report, 66,440 applications were filed in India, which is 7,937 more than were submitted the previous year (58,503). The Minister of Commerce last year praised the DPIIT for “strengthening” the IP regime and “fostering innovation” and noted the trend of rising patent applications and eventual grants.